Mandi0175

Both of my Key Fobs have decided to quit working properly. # 1 Key Fob has quit unlocking the doors completely. #2 Key Fob will intermittenly not work. I can reset the #2Key Fob andit willbegin to work but after unlocking a few timesit will quit again. I could do the same with # 1 Key Fob but now since the button completely does not work I cannot. I have changed the battery in both so that should not be an issue. I suspect maybe they are just simply wearing out. Any opinions??

in2pro

are the fobs exposed to high moisture? maybe cleaning the contact points with an electronic cleaner or alcohol.

Mandi0175

No high moisture that I know of. I live in a humid environment but I would not consider that to be high moisture. I have not tried cleaning the points. That is definately worth a try as those Key Fobs from my understanding are a bit expensive to replace. Thanks for the advice.

Mandi0175

ok...so i took the #1 Fob apart and cleaned the points. Well it appears that they were quite dirty!!! However the blackdots on the inside of therubber buttonshas two small grooves in it. It appears that it is not making proper contact with the points. I tried to unlock with the side used for locking and low and behold it worked. So that leads me to belive that I need a new rubber insert. Any suggestions where to purchase one??

in2pro

the cleaning probably resolved it, I wouldn't think that repalcing it wouldn't be needed unless you use it a lot ( many times a day) or are really pressing hard on it. (excessively)

timdogg1313

I found some really good deals on ebay for replacement key fobs. I would try there first and see if you can find something that works for your year and model. Actually you will have to know the numbers on the back of the fob. Take a look and most will come w/ reprogramming instructions (jumper wire sequence and lock unlock series of steps). Hope this helps and good luck as I broke mine and had to replace, but it was easy.

in2pro

If the pads are th only thing needing replacement the rubber buttons can just be swapped out without the need to do any reprogramming to the FOB, assuming the electronis of the FOB are not the issue.

mary900

If you're going to purchasekey fobs, buy them from the dealership. There are posts on this forum explaining why.

JenOfAllTrades

When both fobs aren't in sync anymore, put key in ignition, turn forward, but Not to the On position. Click on the dash, the button that brings you to set your remote. Follow these steps; click on reset remote, hold down BOTH Lock and Unlock at the same time til you hear a beeping sound. Then pick up your other remote and do this same process. When all fobs are programmed, turn off the key. Then turn forward and start your vehicle. Both fobs should work now.

repairman54

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